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head

Pronunciation: [/ˈhɛd/]

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head: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use head in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “body part”

(noun) the part of your body at the top where you have eyes, a nose, a mouth, and brain. It helps you see, smell, taste, and think.

Example

She gently touched her head to feel if she had a fever.

Example

I hurt my head when I accidentally bumped into the wall.

Example

Why do we wear helmets to protect our heads?

Context: “leadership”

(noun) the person in charge of a group or organization. They make decisions and lead the group.

Example

The company's new head of marketing introduced a successful campaign.

Example

The team struggled because they didn't have a clear head to guide them.

Example

Who is the head of the student council in your school?

Context: “movement”

(verb) to move in a particular direction. It's what you do when you're moving to a new place or turning to face someone.

Example

He decided to head towards the park for a walk.

Example

Don't head the wrong way down the street; the party is the other direction.

Example

Can you head to the store and buy some milk?

How to pronounce head

Pronunciation: [/ˈhɛd/]

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